Christmas market cruises are among the most popular river cruise itineraries in Europe, often selling out a year or more in advance. Riverside Luxury Cruises still has limited availability aboard Riverside Mozart for select 2026 holiday sailings, giving travelers the opportunity to spend Christmas, New Year's, or both while cruising the Danube through the heart of Europe.
Instead of planning holiday meals, grocery shopping, wrapping gifts, cooking, cleaning and coordinating family gatherings, simply enjoy the season while the crew takes care of every detail. Festive meals from Riverside’s award-winning culinary program, seasonal celebrations and attentive service are paired with visits to Christmas markets throughout Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, creating a holiday experience that is both memorable and remarkably carefree.
This year's itinerary places guests in Passau, Germany, for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, where the city's historic Old Town and beloved Christmas market provide a festive backdrop for the holiday. New Year's Eve and New Year's Day will be spent in Vienna, Austria, allowing guests to welcome 2027 in one of Europe's most celebrated cultural capitals.
ASK US NOW about limited availability remaining on the following Riverside Mozart sailings round trip from Vienna:
- 8-night Danube Advent Delights with Christmas in Germany from December 20 to 28, 2026, with pricing starting at USD 5,541 per person, double;
- 13-night Danube Christmas in Germany and New Year's in Austria from December 20, 2026 to January 2, 2027, starting at $9,004 per person, double; and
- 5-night Danube Auld Lang Syne from December 28, 2026 to January 2, 2027, starting at $3,848 per person, double occupancy.
As the largest all-suite river ship on the Danube, Riverside Mozart gives guests room to truly settle in during the holidays. Guests enjoy spacious suites with king-size beds, five dining venues, a full-service spa featuring a jacuzzi and saunas, expansive public spaces, and one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in European river cruising. Whether returning from an afternoon exploring Christmas markets or enjoying a quiet evening onboard with family, guests have the space and service to truly unwind during one of the busiest times of the year.
About Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riverside Luxury Cruises is Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise line offering distinctive vacations on the Rhine, Rhône, Danube, Moselle, and Main rivers. The all-suites Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and Riverside Debussy offer the largest average suite size, all with king-size beds, the highest staff-to-guest ratio, and up to five onboard restaurants.
On board, guests enjoy butler service in every suite; elevated cuisine made with high-quality, fresh ingredients, prepared a la minute; included premium wines and spirits; an onboard Sommelier; complimentary StarLink broadband Wi-Fi; unlimited shore excursions to immerse in Europe’s history, cultures, and landmarks; prepaid gratuities; and complimentary ground transfers.
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